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The 15 Best ATV & Buggy Tours near Reykjavik

34 tours  ·  from $127

The lava fields and black beaches within half an hour of town take a quad better than a coach. The 15 below are compared on route length, whether you drive solo or pillion, and the licence rules.

Twin Peaks ATV Iceland Adventure from Reykjavik - Pickup from Reykjavik and the ride to base camp
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Twin Peaks ATV Iceland Adventure from Reykjavik

1.Twin Peaks ATV Iceland Adventure from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 663 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $179Our pick

Safari Quads takes you from Reykjavik toward Lake Hafravatn and two mountain summits on a two-hour ATV ride. Choose a solo or shared quad, follow guides such as Daria, Gonzalo, or Sir Kaktus, and expect rough tracks, photo stops, warm riding gear, and big views of Mt. Esja and the Blue Mountains.

“We had great time very organized and guides very helpful ! We wish we had snow yet still fun. The guide Cactus was great.”

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Reykjavik Peak with Safari Quads ATV - The First Ride: Roads, Gravel, and Open Grassland
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Reykjavik Peak with Safari Quads ATV

2.Reykjavik Peak with Safari Quads ATV

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 335 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129

Ride a single or shared ATV from Reykjavik into the hills near Lake Hafravatn and Reykjavik Peak. You get a safety briefing, practice time, warm overalls, helmet, gloves, ski mask, and rain gear. Guides such as Paula and Marco are known for friendly help and photos along the route.

“This was the best fun. My 15yr old son really enjoyed it even though he wasn’t allowed to drive the quad as you had to have a driving licence. We went off road, through rivers and ice and mud. Great craic”

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Reykjavik: Countryside Guided ATV Tour with Transfers - Learning the ATV before the trail
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Reykjavik: Countryside Guided ATV Tour with Transfers

3.Countryside Guided ATV Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 272 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $175

Leave Reykjavik by van for a guided one-hour ATV ride toward Lake Hafravatn and the hills above the city. You’ll receive warm riding gear, instruction, and an English-speaking guide before tackling gravel, public roads, and rough mountain trails. Clear weather may reveal Snæfellsnes glacier.

“Everyone was so nice and it was an amazing experience.”

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ATV Reykjavik Adventure and View - Riding toward Lake Hafravatn
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ATV Reykjavik Adventure and View

4.ATV Reykjavik Adventure and View

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $165

Ride from Reykjavik to Lake Hafravatn and Hafrafell with guides such as Helga or Bjorgvin. You receive a helmet, gloves, and weatherproof overalls, then follow backroads and mountain tracks to views over Reykjavik and Mosfellsbær. Hotel pickup is included, though central hotels may use a nearby bus stop.

“Pick up was on time, lovely drive to the ATV centre. On arrival, we were greeted by Helga who is ab absolute asset to the experience. Given all the equipment and shown how to use the ATVs, Helga made us feel comfortable and confident. Amazing views and plenty of pit stops to take it all in (also got some great photo ops). The most memorable experience when visiting Iceland.”

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Midnight Sun ATV Adventure from Reykjavik - Learning the quad before the rough ground
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Midnight Sun ATV Adventure from Reykjavik

5.Midnight Sun ATV Adventure from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $214

Ride a solo or shared ATV from Reykjavik into the countryside with Safari Quads. After a safety briefing, follow guides such as Veronika, Gonzalo, Julia, or Kris over roads, gravel, rocks, and mountain trails toward Ulfarsfell, with supplied rain gear and wide city views.

“Even though we didn’t have sunset (cloudy), the experience was so fun, the guides were awesome, and we got to ride through some really amazing trails”

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Reykjavik: Buggy Safari Tour with Hotel Transfers - Basecamp preparation and the safety briefing
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Reykjavik: Buggy Safari Tour with Hotel Transfers

6.Buggy Safari Tour with Hotel Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 106 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $206

Ride a two-seater 4x4 buggy from Reykjavik to Hafravatn, with hotel pickup, safety gear, and an English-speaking guide. You get one hour behind the wheel, mountain and lake views, off-road tracks, and coffee at basecamp. Guides such as Lisa, Paula, Stephan, and Sir Cactus are known for calm, friendly instruction.

“This was a brilliant trip. Drove for around an hour on the buggy & we were lucky as it had snowed heavily so made the views unreal! Our guide Lisa was fantastic, she helped us with all our kit and how to use the buggy making it really easy to understand. She put us at ease as my mum was with us & very nervous but she thoroughly enjoyed herself and even drove her buggy the whole way thanks to Lisa being so reassuring & helpful! We even drove across a river!! We all had great fun and would definitely do this again if we go back to Iceland!”

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1 hour Buggy adventure - From Reykjavik - Getting ready: briefing, gear, and licenses
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1 hour Buggy adventure – From Reykjavik

7.1 hour Buggy adventure – From Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $219

Leave Reykjavik for a one-hour guided 4WD buggy ride across lava fields, mountain trails, mud, snow, and water. Safari Quads provides thermal coveralls, helmets, gloves, and rain gear. Guides such as Artur, Domas, and Sir Cactus are known for friendly help and strong Iceland tips.

“This was a great way to see a bit of the Reykjavik "countryside" - Artur was an excellent guide, he took us on a fun route to the top of a mountain used by paragliders where we stopped to enjoy the view and take a few photos. This was the last thing we did on a short (4-day) trip to Iceland, and it was a nice way to finish up the visit before going to the airport. Artur and his colleages are friendly and very chill.”

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Buggy 'Lava Field Adventure' from Reykjavik - Getting ready at Safari Quads
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Buggy ‘Lava Field Adventure’ from Reykjavik

8.Buggy ‘Lava Field Adventure’ from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $314

Ride a two-seat 4x4 buggy from Reykjavik across lava fields, muddy pools, snow, and mountain trails. Your guide leads the way to views of Reykjavik, the North Atlantic, Esja Mountain, Hafravatn Lake, and geothermal areas. Pickup, protective gear, and a two-hour ride are included.

“We had a blast on this buggy adventure! Even with clouds and mist, the kids still rave about this day!”

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Black Beach ATV - QUAD Tour - Friendly guides and help for first-time riders
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Black Beach ATV – QUAD Tour

9.Black Beach ATV – QUAD Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $126Best value

You’ll ride your own ATV from Þorlákshöfn across trails and onto Iceland’s black sand beach, following a local guide for about an hour. Helmets, gloves, and warm protective suits are supplied. Guides such as Gretar, Össi, and Tim are noted for patient instruction and wildlife stops.

“Our family of 4 had THE BEST TIME during our black beach ATV guided tour. Our guide, I believe was named Tim (tall man who plays basketball :), was SO KNOWLEDGABLE, patient, professional, & safety conscious! Our 2 kids laughed the entire time! We didn’t feel rusheRead more”

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The View - ATV Reykjavik - Getting ready for the one-hour ATV ride
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The View – ATV Reykjavik

10.The View – ATV Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129

Trade Reykjavik streets for an hour of guided quad biking near Hafravatn Lake and Mt. Hafrafell. You will receive a safety briefing, helmet, and protective gear before riding rugged tracks with a guide such as Björgvin. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and groups are limited to six.

“This was an excellent experience with a wonderful guide. I’d never driven an ATV before, but our guide was knowledgeable and patient. I highly recommend this experience.”

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Northern Lights ATV Quad Adventure from Reykjavik - From Reykjavik pickup to the Mosfellsbær base
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Northern Lights ATV Quad Adventure from Reykjavik

11.Northern Lights ATV Quad Adventure from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $199

You’ll ride an ATV at night from the base in Mosfellsbær toward Hafravatn and Mount Hafrafell, stopping for dark skies, city views, stars, and possible auroras. Pickup from Reykjavik is offered, groups are limited to 10, and drivers need a full license. Helga is one guide praised for patient instruction.

“Eine unglaublich schöne Tour bei Nacht! Nervenkitzel und Spaß ohne Ende. Unvergessliches Erlebnis für den Urlaub. Es wird Rücksicht auf Anfänger genommen und auch Fortgeschrittene kommen auf ihre Kosten. Die Betreuung ist super und mit viel Geduld wird nach Nordlichtern gesucht. Schon alleine der Blick über Reykjavik bei Nacht war es wert 🤙 Ich würde diese Tour jederzeit wieder genießen. Der Tourguide war einfach Klasse! Hilfsbereit, freundlich und gibt noch super Tipps für den weiteren Urlaub.”

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From Reykjavik: South Coast, Plane Wreck, & Beach ATV Tour - Dyrhólaey and views toward Mýrdalsjökull
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From Reykjavik: South Coast, Plane Wreck, & Beach ATV Tour

12.South Coast, Plane Wreck, & Beach ATV Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 44 reviews · 10 hours · from $299

Spend 10 hours traveling Iceland’s South Coast from Reykjavík, with a two-hour ATV ride across Sólheimasandur to the DC3 plane wreck. You’ll also see Dyrhólaey, Mýrdalsjökull Glacier, Skógafoss, and Seljalandsfoss. Guides such as Henrik and Ragnar are known for friendly, capable service.

“Our driver Ragnar was incredible. He was kind and informative and we spent a good amount of time at each of the waterfalls. We even got the see the glacier from the viewpoint. The ATV black sand drive to the plane is an absolute must! Once in a lifetime experience!”

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Volcanic Springs ATV adventure from Reykjavik - Safari Quads and the practical side of ATV riding
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Volcanic Springs ATV adventure from Reykjavik

13.Volcanic Springs ATV adventure from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $389

Leave Reykjavik for a three-hour ATV ride across lava fields, up Hengill Mountain, and into Mosfellsbaer Valley. Safari Quads provides helmets, thermal overalls, rain gear, gloves, and a guide. A valid driver’s license is required, and named guides have included Ryan and Alessandro.

“We had Ryan as our guide, and he was terrific. He explained everything to us thoroughly. He took us on some amazing trails that included mountains, and we saw a side of Iceland that we could not have seen on a regular tour. I highly recommend this!”

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ATV & Helicopter combination tour From Reykajvik - The 9:00 AM pickup sets the pace
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ATV & Helicopter combination tour From Reykajvik

14.ATV & Helicopter combination tour From Reykajvik

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $500

Ride a two-seat ATV from Reykjavik toward Lake Hafravatn and Reykjavik Peak, then fly above the city with a mountaintop landing. You get protective gear, hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and a pilot. Bring your driving license, sturdy shoes, and warm layers.

“Beide tours waren echt geweldig! Vriendelijke gidsen en alles was goed geregeld. Alleen jammer dat er geen vervoer terug was vanaf de helikopter. Wel was dit al duidelijk aangegeven dus daar hadden we rekening mee gehouden. We zijn terug gelopen en dat was prima te doen.”

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Midnight Sun ATV Tour - The 30-minute safety briefing matters
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Midnight Sun ATV Tour

15.Midnight Sun ATV Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 24 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $255

You’ll ride a two-hour ATV route through Hólmsheiði near Reykjavik, climbing Hafrafjall and Ulfarsfell with an English-speaking guide. Safari Quads provides transport, helmets, gloves, overalls, and rain gear. Victoria and her fellow guides are known for keeping groups relaxed and engaged.

“Very fun. They split us into 2 groups 1 for people who wanted to go fast and one for more cautious drivers. Everyone was able to pick which group was more in their comfort zone. Great machines nice scenery. Would recommend.”

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